Play-Based Therapist (Paid Training)

Cortica is looking for dedicated, compassionate Behavior Technicians to join our growing team and help us design and deliver life-changing care for children with neurodevelopmental differences. We offer careers with purpose, growth, and support.

Pay

Pay Range: $23.62 to $31.69 per hour, based on experience and education.

Schedule

We offer a range of predictable schedules with a single, direct rate of pay, including:

• Full-time roles with 5-day-per-week commitments.
• Part-time roles with flexible 5-, 3-, or 2-day-per-week options.
• Opportunities to pick up additional hours on Saturdays.
• Weekly hours range from 6 to 40.

Benefits

• Referral Bonus: Earn between $250-$500 for successful referrals.
• Cell Phone Stipend.
• Paid Training and Onboarding: Comprehensive 4-week, in-person, hands-on orientation and BCAT exam review.
• Paid Drive Time and Mileage Reimbursement, including toll reimbursement in select areas.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage* available for full-time and part-time roles (26-29 hours).
• 401(k) with Company Matching.
• Continuing Education Reimbursement*: $2,000 annually.
• Generous Time Off*: Up to 22 days off in your first year, increasing to 26 days after your first 12 months.
• Ongoing Professional Development through in-person and online opportunities.
• Supportive Environment with expert coaching from Lead BIs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
• Career Advancement opportunities to grow into a BCBA role, ascend the Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, or serve in a corporate support role.
• Learn from Experts in speech-language therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, counselors, pediatricians, neurologists, and nurse practitioners.

*Benefits marked with an asterisk may only apply to full-time positions.

Responsibilities

• Complete Cortica’s orientation and BCAT training.
• Provide 1:1 and group behavior-analytic services to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences.
• Implement positive behavior strategies developed with your BCBA.
• Use evidence-based practices to create meaningful progress for families.
• Document session data to track and support treatment goals.
• Collaborate closely with families and supervisors to build supportive environments.
• Follow Cortica's crisis protocols, including de-escalation and mandated reporting.

Requirements

• Experience working with children (experience with autism is a plus).
• Masters, bachelor’s degree, high school diploma, or equivalent.
• Willingness to obtain your BCAT credential within 90 days (support provided).
• Availability for weekday afternoons/evenings and optional Saturdays.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (within a 30-40 minute drive radius).
• Tech-savvy with EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools.

About the Role

What Makes Cortica Different from Other ABA Companies?

• Transdisciplinary Approach: Work alongside experts in occupational therapy, speech-language therapy, pediatrics, and more—because we care for the whole child.
• Collaboration First: We create individualized care plans with families and clinicians working together.
• Quality Over Quantity: We focus on clinical outcomes, not just session counts.

Be part of a team that’s redefining ABA therapy with compassion, innovation, and collaboration.